Publicly: meaning, definitions and examples

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publicly

 

[ ˈpʌblɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

adverb of manner

In a way that is open to or shared by all the people; not kept private or hidden.

Synonyms

freely, openly, outwardly, transparently

Examples of usage

  • He was publicly humiliated in front of the whole school.
  • The event was widely publicized and attended by thousands of people.
  • She refused to publicly acknowledge the mistake.
Context #2 | Adverb

adverb of place

In a place that is open or accessible to everyone.

Synonyms

accessibly, freely, openly

Examples of usage

  • The document is available publicly on the website.
  • The artwork is displayed publicly in the museum.
  • The park is open to the public.

Translations

Translations of the word "publicly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 publicamente

🇮🇳 सार्वजनिक रूप से

🇩🇪 öffentlich

🇮🇩 secara terbuka

🇺🇦 публічно

🇵🇱 publicznie

🇯🇵 公に

🇫🇷 publiquement

🇪🇸 públicamente

🇹🇷 açıkça

🇰🇷 공공연히

🇸🇦 علانية

🇨🇿 veřejně

🇸🇰 verejne

🇨🇳 公开地

🇸🇮 javno

🇮🇸 opinberlega

🇰🇿 жария түрде

🇬🇪 საჯაროდ

🇦🇿 açıq şəkildə

🇲🇽 públicamente

Etymology

The word 'publicly' originated from the Middle English word 'publicli', which was derived from the Old French word 'publicement'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The adverb 'publicly' emphasizes the concept of openness, accessibility, and sharing among all people.

See also: publications, publicity, publicize, publicizer.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,598, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.